The CIIM MBA is built on three pillars:
- Common Core Courses
- Specialised Electives
- Projects
Courses offered are worth 3 ECTS credits (14 hours of classes), 4.5 ECTS credits (21 hours of classes) or 6 ECTS credits (28 hours of classes). Most courses are designed to be self-contained. In some cases, however, candidates may need to strengthen skills in mathematics, statistics, economics and finance, or accounting prior to enrolling in certain courses. A number of advanced courses may only be attended by students that have completed at least 50% of the programme coursework.
To graduate, students must obtain 105 ECTS course credits, plus 15 ECTS credits by completing a final project work - with options ranging from a business plan to a major in-company project, usually directed at a problem, or a new business opportunity within their assigned company.
The MBA structure in brief
- Language of instruction is English.
- Courses are organised in short intensive modules.
- Rigorous, analytical and quantitative instruction, interactive case-method, team exercises, simulation games and “live” projects.
- Assessment is continuous. A combination of different methods, including written exercises, in-classroom examinations and class participation, determine the participant’s grade.
- Project work is an integral part of all degree programmes.
- Lecturers use simulation games, spreadsheets, and other computer exercises as part of their teaching methodology.
- Team exercises and management style presentations are important components of the programme.